Vacancy at Magnetic Shields Limited
Country Manager
Ireland (with travel to UK and EU customer sites as required)
Vacancy listed
16/01/2026
Application deadline
28/02/2026
Details
Role Purpose
The Country Manager at MSL EU will be accountable for the full establishment, operation, and sustained growth of MSL EU as a legally compliant Irish entity, acting with autonomy and strategic leadership appropriate for a standalone subsidiary. This includes the full suite of leadership responsibilities — from managing operational delivery and customer relationships, to ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and organisational readiness for future growth.
The role is senior and highly visible, requiring a hands-on operator with the ability to make independent decisions, represent the company externally, and build effective cross-border relationships with customers, suppliers, and regulatory partners. The Country Manager will work in close coordination with Magnetic Shields Ltd (UK) to align on corporate strategy, processes, quality standards and shared systems, while also driving tailored execution for the EU market.
This position blends core business leadership functions including general management, commercial execution, operational excellence, compliance oversight, and business development. It is well-suited to a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-moving scale-up environment able to wear many hats, influence at all organisational levels, and define the future trajectory of MSL’s presence in the EU.
Key Responsibilities
General Management & Legal Entity Responsibility
The Country Manager at MSL EU will be accountable for the full establishment, operation, and sustained growth of MSL EU as a legally compliant Irish entity, acting with autonomy and strategic leadership appropriate for a standalone subsidiary. This includes the full suite of leadership responsibilities — from managing operational delivery and customer relationships, to ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and organisational readiness for future growth.
The role is senior and highly visible, requiring a hands-on operator with the ability to make independent decisions, represent the company externally, and build effective cross-border relationships with customers, suppliers, and regulatory partners. The Country Manager will work in close coordination with Magnetic Shields Ltd (UK) to align on corporate strategy, processes, quality standards and shared systems, while also driving tailored execution for the EU market.
This position blends core business leadership functions including general management, commercial execution, operational excellence, compliance oversight, and business development. It is well-suited to a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-moving scale-up environment able to wear many hats, influence at all organisational levels, and define the future trajectory of MSL’s presence in the EU.
Key Responsibilities
General Management & Legal Entity Responsibility
- Act as the senior representative and accountable manager for MSL EU as an Irish company
- Ensure the business operates in compliance with Irish and EU statutory, financial, and regulatory requirements
- Work closely with MSL UK leadership to align strategy, processes, and standards
Financial & Business Administration
- Liaise with Irish accountants and manage year-end accounts and statutory audit
- Oversee invoicing, credit control, and chasing of customer payments
- Manage payments to suppliers, primarily MSL UK and approved subcontractors
- Support budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting to the U parent
- Manage contracts with insurance providers (via broker where appropriate) for all required business insurances
Customer & Commercial Operations
- Manage day-to-day customer relationships, acting as the primary EU point of contact
- Administer customer portals (e.g. Ariba, SupplierNet and equivalent systems) including uploads, reporting, updates, and meetings
- Respond to RFQs, prepare quotations, and issue order acknowledgements under agreed T&Cs
- Enter and manage customer orders in MRP/ERP systems
- Issue purchase orders to MSL UK or approved partners
- Manage customer expectations regarding delivery, quality, and order progression
- Handle quality concerns and corrective actions in coordination with UK QA/QC teams
Logistics, Shipping & Export Control
- Arrange shipping from MSL UK to EU destinations, including POD management
- Ensure compliance with Irish and EU export control regulations
- Prepare export documentation as required by Irish law
- Assist with UK export documentation for EU shipments where required
- Maintain accurate document control and traceability across MRP systems and customer portals
ISO 9001 & Quality Systems
- Lead the ISO 9001 certification process for MSL EU
- Establish, document, and maintain quality management systems aligned with MSL UK
- Ensure ongoing compliance, audits, and continuous improvement once certified
Facilities & Infrastructure
- Responsible for establishing and managing a physical site for MSL EU as required - Likely to include office space and warehouse/storage capability
- Oversee any local service contracts (e.g. cleaning, logistics, facilities management)
- Ensure sites meet operational, safety, and regulatory requirements
Marketing & Digital Presence
- Manage Irish and EU websites
- Coordinate with UK-appointed or local marketing agencies
- Support expansion of MSL UK digital presence into EU markets
- Ensure brand consistency and compliance with local regulations
People & Resource Management
- As the business grows, recruit, onboard, and manage staff as required - Examples: customer service staff, logistics/warehouse operatives
- Manage subcontracted service providers engaged by MSL EU
- Foster a professional, customer-focused culture aligned with MSL values
Business Development
- Support and develop new EU business opportunities
- Build strong relationships with existing and prospective customers and partners
- Represent MSL EU at customer meetings, audits, and industry engagements
- Provide market feedback to UK leadership to support strategic growth
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a Country Manager, General Manager, Operations Manager, or senior commercial role
- Experience operating with a high degree of autonomy in a small or growing business
- Strong understanding of order processing, invoicing, logistics, and customer management
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems and customer portals
- Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams)
- Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional, confident manner with customers and partners
- Ability to prioritise workload and operate independently with remote support
Desirable
- Background in engineering, manufacturing, or technical B2B environments
- Experience with international shipping and export controls
- Experience with ISO 9001 implementation and maintenance
- Understanding of technical drawings
- Prior experience establishing or scaling a subsidiary or standalone business unit
Why Join MSL EU?
You will have the opportunity to help build and shape a European business from the ground up, playing a meaningful role in its growth and development. You’ll work within a specialist engineering group that values your contributions and gives you high visibility across the organisation. As MSL expands its EU footprint, there is strong long-term potential for career growth and increased responsibility.
Benefits
• Competitive pay
• Benenden health cover
• Competitive holiday entitlement
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Comprehensive company sick pay
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Exclusive discounts portal
• Double death-in-service cover
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders
• Training & development pathways
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)